Leviticus 24-25, Psalm 38
Leviticus 25:35-36 (NLT)
“If one of your fellow Israelites falls into poverty and cannot support himself, support him as you would a foreigner or a temporary resident and allow him to live with you. Do not charge interest or make a profit at his expense. Instead, show your fear of God by letting him live with you as your relative.”
In Leviticus 25:35–36, the Lord instructs Moses on how to care for those in need, reflecting Father-God’s concern for justice and compassion. The Lord commands His people to support those who cannot provide for themselves so they may continue living within the community. Father-God also emphasizes that they must not charge interest or seek profit from someone who is needy. In Old Testament times, charging interest was a common practice—even when it placed an unbearable burden on the poor.
These verses remind me that our actions must reflect the Lord’s character of mercy, kindness, and provision. Father-God was not calling His people to offer only temporary relief, but to provide support that would allow the needy to remain part of the community. These verses also teach me that reverence for the Lord should shape our decision-making. How we treat others must always reflect our respect for Father-God’s authority and character.
One Bible commentary I read explained that the goal of supporting those who cannot support themselves is restoration, not mere relief. I love this interpretation because it honors the dignity of the person in need. Helping to restore someone who is struggling acknowledges that Father-God created them with purpose and value. The Lord does not desire His children to remain trapped in poverty, but to be restored so they can fulfill His plan for their lives.
This passage also reminds me of the times I struggled financially and of the people who helped me get back on my feet—not simply through handouts, but by helping me find work and learn better money management. Their kindness restored me, enabling me to move forward and fulfill the Lord’s plan for my life.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who desires restoration for all His children—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer, expressing your trust, your desire to walk with Him, and your willingness to welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and ready to meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
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Monday, February 09, 2026
Day 37 Bible Readings for February 8 - Psalm 37:23-24 (NLT)
Leviticus 21-23, Psalm 37
Psalm 37:23-24 (NLT)
“The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives. Though they stumble, they will never fall, for the Lord holds them by the hand.”
In Psalm 37:23–24, David writes about the Lord’s guidance and support for those who believe in Him and live righteously. Father-God actively directs the steps of His followers through the Holy Spirit. David tells us that the Lord takes pleasure in the details of His children’s lives. However, David does not deny that believers will stumble or fail at times. Instead, he reminds us that Father-God will support us because we have a personal relationship with Him. The Lord promises to hold our hand, providing encouragement and hope, and to uphold His children through life’s difficulties.
What stood out to me most today is David’s acknowledgment that faith in the Lord does not guarantee an absence of failure or moments of weakness. There are times when I have mistakenly thought that my faith in Father-God and my attentiveness to the Holy Spirit should somehow make me immune to sin or unwanted thoughts. But I know that is not true.
Even though I do not enjoy being the focus of attention, my ego still craves affirmation in subtle ways. When I see others receiving attention, my perspective can shift. In those moments, self-pity can creep in, and I start to believe that something must be wrong with me. But the Holy Spirit reminds me that the Lord loves me and cares for me deeply. Recently, Father-God allowed me to experience a long-held dream of volunteering at a crusade. Even when I stumble, the Lord holds my hand and reminds me that He is directing the steps of my life.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who holds your hand through life’s difficulties—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer, expressing your trust, your desire to walk with Him, and your willingness to welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and ready to meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
Psalm 37:23-24 (NLT)
“The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives. Though they stumble, they will never fall, for the Lord holds them by the hand.”
In Psalm 37:23–24, David writes about the Lord’s guidance and support for those who believe in Him and live righteously. Father-God actively directs the steps of His followers through the Holy Spirit. David tells us that the Lord takes pleasure in the details of His children’s lives. However, David does not deny that believers will stumble or fail at times. Instead, he reminds us that Father-God will support us because we have a personal relationship with Him. The Lord promises to hold our hand, providing encouragement and hope, and to uphold His children through life’s difficulties.
What stood out to me most today is David’s acknowledgment that faith in the Lord does not guarantee an absence of failure or moments of weakness. There are times when I have mistakenly thought that my faith in Father-God and my attentiveness to the Holy Spirit should somehow make me immune to sin or unwanted thoughts. But I know that is not true.
Even though I do not enjoy being the focus of attention, my ego still craves affirmation in subtle ways. When I see others receiving attention, my perspective can shift. In those moments, self-pity can creep in, and I start to believe that something must be wrong with me. But the Holy Spirit reminds me that the Lord loves me and cares for me deeply. Recently, Father-God allowed me to experience a long-held dream of volunteering at a crusade. Even when I stumble, the Lord holds my hand and reminds me that He is directing the steps of my life.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who holds your hand through life’s difficulties—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer, expressing your trust, your desire to walk with Him, and your willingness to welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and ready to meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
Day 36 Bible Readings for February 7 - Leviticus 19:26 (NLT)
Leviticus 19-20, Psalm 36
Leviticus 19:26 (NLT)
“Do not eat meat that has not been drained of its blood. Do not practice fortune-telling or witchcraft.”
In Leviticus 19:26, the Lord gives Moses laws intended to separate His people from pagan practices. Father-God instructs the Israelites not to eat meat with the blood still in it and not to practice divination or witchcraft.
One Bible commentary I read explained that in the ancient world, consuming blood was common in pagan religious rituals because blood was believed to contain a life force. Understanding this context helped me see why this command appears in Leviticus. Divination and sorcery were also widespread practices in ancient cultures and were used to predict the future or manipulate events through supernatural means. Turning to these practices revealed a lack of trust in the Lord and a dependence on other spiritual powers.
In today’s world, these practices often seem harmless because they are no longer widely associated with formal religious worship. In many cultures, animal blood is consumed in foods such as sausage. Newspapers and media outlets also feature daily or weekly horoscope columns, which became popular in the early twentieth century. I grew up around foods made with pig blood, and even as a child I never liked them. Looking back now, I see how the Lord was already shaping my instincts long before I understood why. The Lord calls His people to be distinct from the cultures that surround us. Obeying these laws shows our faith and trust in Father-God’s wisdom and provision.
I’ve learned that when I fully place my trust in the Lord—especially by remaining separate from cultural practices that pull my attention away from Him—I hear the guidance of the Holy Spirit more clearly. When I rely on Father-God’s wisdom and direction rather than outside influences, my life functions with greater peace and clarity.
If thus verse resonates with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One whose ways bring peace and order to your life—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer, expressing your trust, your desire to walk with Him, and your willingness to welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and ready to meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
Leviticus 19:26 (NLT)
“Do not eat meat that has not been drained of its blood. Do not practice fortune-telling or witchcraft.”
In Leviticus 19:26, the Lord gives Moses laws intended to separate His people from pagan practices. Father-God instructs the Israelites not to eat meat with the blood still in it and not to practice divination or witchcraft.
One Bible commentary I read explained that in the ancient world, consuming blood was common in pagan religious rituals because blood was believed to contain a life force. Understanding this context helped me see why this command appears in Leviticus. Divination and sorcery were also widespread practices in ancient cultures and were used to predict the future or manipulate events through supernatural means. Turning to these practices revealed a lack of trust in the Lord and a dependence on other spiritual powers.
In today’s world, these practices often seem harmless because they are no longer widely associated with formal religious worship. In many cultures, animal blood is consumed in foods such as sausage. Newspapers and media outlets also feature daily or weekly horoscope columns, which became popular in the early twentieth century. I grew up around foods made with pig blood, and even as a child I never liked them. Looking back now, I see how the Lord was already shaping my instincts long before I understood why. The Lord calls His people to be distinct from the cultures that surround us. Obeying these laws shows our faith and trust in Father-God’s wisdom and provision.
I’ve learned that when I fully place my trust in the Lord—especially by remaining separate from cultural practices that pull my attention away from Him—I hear the guidance of the Holy Spirit more clearly. When I rely on Father-God’s wisdom and direction rather than outside influences, my life functions with greater peace and clarity.
If thus verse resonates with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One whose ways bring peace and order to your life—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer, expressing your trust, your desire to walk with Him, and your willingness to welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and ready to meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
Friday, February 06, 2026
Day 35 Bible Readings - Leviticus 18:1-3 (NLT)
Leviticus 16-18, Psalm 35
Leviticus 18:1-3 (NLT)
“Then the Lord said to Moses, ‘Give the following instructions to the people of Israel. I am the Lord your God. So do not act like the people in Egypt, where you used to live, or like the people of Canaan, where I am taking you. You must not imitate their way of life.’”
Leviticus 18:1–3 records the Lord instructing Moses that the people of Israel were to live as a distinct and set-apart people. They were called to adopt a new identity as Father-God’s covenant people and to leave behind the influences of Egypt. The Promised Land was inhabited by nations with different religious practices, and the Lord warned Israel not to adopt their ways. Their conduct and way of life were meant to reflect their covenant relationship with Him.
These verses remind me that as a believer in Jesus Christ, my life should reflect the Lord’s character and nature rather than the desires of the flesh. Much of contemporary culture mirrors the Old Testament world in its rejection of the Lord’s instruction. Media and entertainment often promote instant gratification as the highest good, even when it harms others. Yet Father-God teaches that the second greatest commandment is to love your neighbor as yourself. When we follow the patterns encouraged by popular culture, our behavior can easily lead to broken relationships and destructive outcomes.
I’ve learned that when I follow the laws and principles the Lord laid out in Scripture, my life simply works better. I experience peace within myself and in my relationships with others. I am able to pursue the dreams I have for my life with clarity and purpose, guided by the Holy Spirit. Living according to the Lord’s ways doesn’t restrict my life—it brings order, peace, and direction.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One whose ways lead to a life of peace and blessing—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer, expressing your trust, your desire to walk with Him, and your willingness to welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and ready to meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
Leviticus 18:1-3 (NLT)
“Then the Lord said to Moses, ‘Give the following instructions to the people of Israel. I am the Lord your God. So do not act like the people in Egypt, where you used to live, or like the people of Canaan, where I am taking you. You must not imitate their way of life.’”
Leviticus 18:1–3 records the Lord instructing Moses that the people of Israel were to live as a distinct and set-apart people. They were called to adopt a new identity as Father-God’s covenant people and to leave behind the influences of Egypt. The Promised Land was inhabited by nations with different religious practices, and the Lord warned Israel not to adopt their ways. Their conduct and way of life were meant to reflect their covenant relationship with Him.
These verses remind me that as a believer in Jesus Christ, my life should reflect the Lord’s character and nature rather than the desires of the flesh. Much of contemporary culture mirrors the Old Testament world in its rejection of the Lord’s instruction. Media and entertainment often promote instant gratification as the highest good, even when it harms others. Yet Father-God teaches that the second greatest commandment is to love your neighbor as yourself. When we follow the patterns encouraged by popular culture, our behavior can easily lead to broken relationships and destructive outcomes.
I’ve learned that when I follow the laws and principles the Lord laid out in Scripture, my life simply works better. I experience peace within myself and in my relationships with others. I am able to pursue the dreams I have for my life with clarity and purpose, guided by the Holy Spirit. Living according to the Lord’s ways doesn’t restrict my life—it brings order, peace, and direction.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One whose ways lead to a life of peace and blessing—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer, expressing your trust, your desire to walk with Him, and your willingness to welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and ready to meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
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